Section Grower

At Smith Gardens, our business is growing: Growing annuals and perennials, growing our relationships with partners, growing our love of gardening, and growing our team’s passion and expertise in horticulture—all for the benefit of the consumers who love to garden.

Whether we are out in the greenhouses or working in the office, our Smith Gardens team is dedicated to delivering the healthiest plants on the market for the biggest impact on our partners’ shelves and in our customers’ gardens.

One of our Core Values is People: “We value and respect all people. We are focused on developing teams and growing the potential of individuals.” We encourage personal growth and continued education so that each member of our Smith Gardens family succeeds. We take as much care cultivating the ecosystem of our offices as we do our gardens. Achieving the quality we strive for in our products and culture is truly a team effort, and every role is vital.

Nurturing growth, collaboration and community is in our nature. Put down roots at any of our five locations and unearth your full potential.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Section Grower to join our Growing department

JOB SUMMARY:

Supervise and motivate staff while promoting a positive and safe work environment. Supervise day to day growing operations on site. Responsible for daily irrigation and plant maintenance needs. Coordinate with Head Grower to determine crop cultural needs. Maintain environmental controls, assist with pest controls, sanitation of area, and crop layout.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the success and quality of assigned section of greenhouses and fields facility.
• Communicate with Head Grower regardingcrop health, fertilization, growth, greenhouse climate and equipment issues.
• Follow directions from Head Grower regarding crop growth protocols.
• Monitor and maintain plant health by implementing appropriate irrigation, fertilization, and pest management techniques.
• Direct and apply pesticides and PGR’s in a safe and effective manner.
• Finish crops at quality spec on schedule.
• Adjust and maintain misting schedules of propagation areas.
• Responsible for monitoring fertilizer injectors.
• Scout of pests and disease.
• Planning and organizing workflow to ensure efficient and effective operations of the Growing Team.
• Ensuring that team members have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively.
• Conduct yourself with high level integrity, adhering to Company standards and values.
• Promote a safe work environment, upholding company safety policies and procedures.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Perform administration tasks that include teams time sheets and meetings.

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability in assigning tasks, setting priorities, and monitoring performance to ensure productivity and quality standards are met.
• Precision and accuracy in monitoring crop growth, identifying pests and diseases, and ensuring that cultivation practices adhere to established standards and protocols.
• Knowledge of plant environmental and nutritional needs.
• Ability to cross train and serve as backup to other departments.
• Able to interpretEC/PH test results.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Understands plants growth protocols.
• Chemical handlers permit required.
• A valid and current pesticide applicators license preferred.
• Experience in greenhouse automation systems, environmental control technologies, and irrigation systems.
• Growing experience 3-5 years expired.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Proficiency with specific technologies, software, tools, or systems relevant to the role.
• Solid understanding of basic mathematical concepts.
• Bilingual preferred(English/Spanish).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work long hours as needed. Including weekends and holidays.
• Continuously walk, stand, squat, kneel (and remain working below knee-level) as well as reaching overhead, and from side to side for long periods of time.
• Work indoors and outdoors, in seasonal temperatures and conditions.
• Lift up to 50 pounds in an environment that is often hot.

BENEFITS:

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and Health Savings Accounts (HSA's) with employer contributions
• 401K retirement plan options with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off- Full-time employees accrue immediately!
• Annual Profit share
• Generous Employee Flower/Plant Discount Program
• Development opportunities
• Paid Time off for volunteering and community service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness program
• Fun employee events throughout the year

Pay rate is determined by various components including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The pay rate is one component of the total compensation package. Other rewards vary by position and location.

To learn more about our company & view a more detailed job description, visit our website at smithgardens.com/careers.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Smith Gardens provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.